Syria vs Afghanistan: Whose weapon losses hurt more—Russia or US?
The Syrian conflict echoes the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. Rebel groups seized Russian weapons. This mirrors the Taliban's acquisition of US equipment. Both situations highlight the risks of abandoned weaponry. Russia's losses include advanced systems. These losses affect Russia's military strength. The Syrian conflict destabilizes the Middle East.
The Syrian conflict echoes the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. Rebel groups seized Russian weapons. This mirrors the Taliban's acquisition of US equipment. Both situations highlight the risks of abandoned weaponry. Russia's losses include advanced systems. These losses affect Russia's military strength. The Syrian conflict destabilizes the Middle East.
